Aniplex of America Announces Details of NISEKOI Blu-ray Volumes 3 & 4

Source: Aniplex of America press release Official Site: nisekoi.jp (Japan), NisekoiUSA.com (US) Special Thanks to Joanna Metoki Fans of the highly popular romantic comedy series, NISEKOI (????, 2014) were excited to hear Aniplex of America’s announcement at OTAKON Vegas detailing their upcoming release of Volumes 3 and 4 of the Blu-ray. These volumes will feature the latter half of the fan-favorite anime adaptation produced by studio SHAFT PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA, the MONOGATARI Series). Aniplex of America confirmed that Volume 3 will be released on March 31st and Volume 4 will be released on May 26th. Pre-orders for both SKUs can now be made through their official website and official retailers. The NISEKOI Blu-ray: Volume 3 will feature episodes 11-15 with the original Japanese audio with English subtitles. This volume’s bonuses will include the clean ending sequence with all the characters shown, and the clean version of Marika’s ending sequence. Bonus materials will include the ending card pin-ups, a deluxe poster, and a collectible Weiss Schwarz promotional card by Bushiroad (while supplies last). The slip-case will feature art by the Character Designer and Chief Animation Director, Nobuhiro Sugiyama. Volume 4 will include the final 5 episodes (16-20) of the series. Bonus contents exclusive to this volume will be the textless second opening sequence, textless Heroines Version ending, and textless Chitoge and Kosaki Version ending. The final volume will also include a deluxe poster, collectible ending card pin-ups and a Weiss Schwarz exclusive PR card from Bushiroad while supplies last. NISEKOI Blu-ray: Volumes 3 and 4 can be pre-ordered and purchased at Right Stuf and Aniplex’s official retailers (including SciFi Japan sponsor Anime Jungle). Right Stuf pre-order links: NISEKOI Blu-ray: Volume 3 NISEKOI Blu-ray: Volume 4

*Artwork not final. Image courtesy of Aniplex of America. © Naoshi Komi/SHUEISHA, ANIPLEX, SHAFT, MBS

NISEKOI Blu-ray: Volume 3 “The girl I made that promise with ten years ago... Was it you?” On their way home from buying Chitoge’s birthday present, Kosaki shares her secret scenic overlook with Raku. In the heat of the moment, Raku asks Kosaki the one question that he’s been meaning to ask. Kosaki answers by nodding yes. “Have you ever heard ‘Zawsze in love?’” After her birthday party Chitoge confesses to Raku that she too owns a key. Raku is shocked that Chitoge mentions a very familiar phrase. 2 girls... 2 keys... Which one could it be?! Raku finds the one photo he took with her ten years ago, but the girl in the photo is neither Kosaki nor Chitoge. She was Raku’s fiancée chosen by their parents. “I’ve missed you all this time!”…Just when things couldn’t get any more complicated, a girl named Marika, who claims to be Raku’s true fiancée, transfers to his school adding 1 more key to the puzzle. Will Raku ever be able to find the one girl? Which girl holds the key to Raku’s locket and to his heart? Street Date: March 31, 2015 SKU #: AOA-5303 UPC: 856137005100 SRP: $64.98 Blu-ray Features* • Spoken Language: Japanese • Subtitles: English • Episodes: 11-15 • Number of Discs: 1 • Total Run Time: Approx. 125 min. • Rating: 13 UP • Textless Character Song Ending (All-Star Version) • Textless Character Song Ending (Marika Version) Bonus Materials & Special Package • Collectible Ending Card Pin-ups • Deluxe Poster and Box Illustrated by Nobuhiro Sugiyama (Character Designer/Chief Animation Director) • Bushiroad`s Collectible Weiss Schwarz Exclusive PR Card (while supplies last) *Bonus contents subject to change.

*Artwork not final. Image courtesy of Aniplex of America. © Naoshi Komi/SHUEISHA, ANIPLEX, SHAFT, MBS

NISEKOI Blu-ray: Volume 4 The season is summer -- a time for unforgettable memories. At Kosaki’s request, Raku helps out at her family’s shop. Everything was going smoothly until a seasonal typhoon hits the town rendering it impossible for Raku to go home! Now, Raku must spend the night there while Kosaki’s parents are out. At the summer festival, Chitoge is forced to confront her true feelings when she receives from Raku a matchmaking charm customarily exchanged when a man proposes marriage! Things intensify when the gang sets out on an excursion to the beach. The girls show off their cute swimsuits as they have fun under the sun. That evening, as they sat together watching the rolling waves, Kosaki is unable to contain her feelings for Raku and finally expresses her feelings for him..! After an eventful summer break, the students at school begin preparing for the Cultural Festival. Raku is nominated to play the role of Romeo in their class’s production of “Romeo & Juliet” while Kosaki is appointed to play Juliet. Raku is beside himself with joy but was also concerned about Chitoge’s standoffish attitude towards him since their trip to the beach. For better or for worse, the day of the Cultural Festival arrives and the stage was not the only place where drama ensued! Street Date: May 26, 2015 SKU #: AOA-5304 UPC: 856137005117 SRP: $64.98 Blu-ray Features* • Spoken Language: Japanese • Subtitles: English • Episodes: 16-20 • Number of Discs: 1 • Total Run Time: Approx. 125 min. • Rating: 13 UP • Textless 2nd Opening • Textless Character Song Ending (Heroines Version) • Textless Character Song Ending (Chitoge & Kosaki Version) Bonus Materials & Special Package • Collectible Ending Card Pin-ups • Deluxe Poster and Box Illustrated by Nobuhiro Sugiyama (Character Designer/Chief Animation Director) • Bushiroad`s Collectible Weiss Schwarz Exclusive PR Card (while supplies last) *Bonus contents subject to change.

About Aniplex of America Inc.

Aniplex of America Inc. (Santa Monica, California) is a subsidiary of Aniplex Inc. (headquartered in Tokyo, Japan), a group of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. and leading provider of anime content and music production and distribution in Japan. Aniplex of America has launched fan-favorite DVD and Blu-Ray releases such as BAKEMONOGATARI, DURARARA!!, PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA, THE GARDEN OF SINNERS and BLUE EXORCIST. The company`s ever-growing line-up of shows includes our most recent titles, SWORD ART ONLINE, MAGI, BLAST OF TEMPEST, OREHURA and VIVIDRED OPERATION.

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